Hawaiian Chicken Grillers
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Last Updated on May 13, 2021 by Lisa Johnson
Hawaiian Chicken Grillers are one of my favorite things to cook on the grill (or bake in the oven)! Chicken breasts wrapped around ham and pineapple and secured with bacon, what’s not to love?
Once I realized how simple they are to make, I started making my own rather than buying them. Top them with Teriyaki Sauce, Whiskey Glaze, or Pineapple Bourbon Barbecue Sauce for the perfect finishing touch!
Images updated May 12, 2021
What you will need:
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- chopped ham
- pineapple tidbits or small chunks, fresh or canned
- thick-cut bacon
- paprika, seas salt, and black pepper
How to make Hawaiian Chicken Grillers on the grill:
Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap on a hard surface. Use a rolling pin to flatten out the chicken breasts until they are an even thickness, but not too thin. I place my hand on top to “feel” if they are even.
With the smooth side of the chicken breast facing down, place a small amount of ham cubes in the center of the chicken breast. Place pineapple chunks on top of the ham.
Roll up the side to enclose the filling and use a toothpick to secure.
Place a strip of bacon on your work surface, then place a second piece on top to form a cross.
Place the chicken packet on top of the bacon and wrap once slice around to hold the chicken together. Now take a second strip of bacon and wrap it around the opposite direction to completely enclose the chicken and filling. Sprinkle with paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
Place chicken grillers, seem side down, on a preheated grill and cook for 10 minutes.
Flip over and cook for an additional 10 – 15 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 170 degrees. If bacon doesn’t want to stay in place, just try to maneuver it back into place with your fingers or an extra pair of tongs….or leave the toothpicks in place while grilling.
Remove from grill or oven, and allow to rest for 5 – 10 minutes before serving.
How to bake Hawaiian Chicken Grillers in the oven:
Place grillers in an uncovered baking dish and sprinkle with paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
Bake uncovered in a preheated 350 degree oven for 40 to 50 minutes.
Now wasn’t that easy?
Serving Suggestions:
The sauce that you see in the original image above is my Whiskey Glaze, which worked perfectly with my Italian Pasta Salad. I also like to use Teriyaki Sauce and serve it with Fried Rice or Hawaiian Potato Mac Salad. Alex prefers his with Bourbon and Brown Sugar Barbecue Sauce!
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Hawaiian Chicken Grillers
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds chicken breasts boneless, skinless – 4 chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup chopped ham
- 0.5 cup pineapple tidbits
- 8 slices uncured thick-cut bacon
- .25 teaspoon paprika
- .25 teaspoon black pepper
- .25 teaspoon sea salt
- sauce of your choice for serving
Instructions
On the Grill:
- Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap on a hard surface. Use a rolling pin to flatten out the chicken breasts until they are an even thickness, but not too thin. I place my hand on top to “feel” if they are even.
- With the smooth side of the chicken breast facing down, place a small amount of ham cubes in the center of the chicken breast. Place pineapple chunks on top of the ham.
- Roll up the side to enclose the filling and use a toothpick to secure.
- Place a strip of bacon on your work surface, then place a second piece on top to form a cross. Place the chicken packet on top of the bacon and wrap once slice around to hold the chicken together. Now take a second strip of bacon and wrap it around the opposite direction to completely enclose the chicken and filling. Sprinkle with paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Place chicken grillers on a preheated grill and cook for 10 minutes.
- Flip over and cook for an additional 10 – 15 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 170 degrees. If bacon doesn't want to stay in place, just try to maneuver it back into place with your fingers or an extra pair of tongs….or leave the toothpicks in place while grilling.
- Remove from grill or oven, and allow to rest for 5 – 10 minutes before serving.
In the Oven:
- Place grillers in an uncovered baking dish and sprinkle with paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Bake uncovered in a preheated 350 degree oven for 40 to 50 minutes.
OMG OMG OMG OMG….I NEED to make these even if I am the only one who will eat them. I think I could actually do this too….I am going to pin this and print it out!!!!
YAY!!! Can’t wait for our first “triple awesome” Best Of The Weekend party together tomorrow! Woohoo!! 🙂
xoxo
Lisa, this recipe sounds awesome!!! Am so excited to get these party started with you and Claire! It is going to be one GOOD time and send me over one of those boozy brownie! 🙂
I love he bacon wrapped around this chicken! I can practically taste all the delicious flavors!
I need to make this when my husband is home for dinner! He would love this 😉
This looks amazing! Yum! Don’t forget to drop by & link up when you have time 😉 Glad to catch up with you today. Theresa
G’day and big congrats, well done!
Just like your chicken dish, the hosting sounds like fun!
Cheers! Joanne
Looks so yummy! can’t wait to try this! Found you via the Gathering Spot! Thanks for sharing!
these look so good, and I think they do look pretty easy…. I want to party with you. will make a note thanks nice post Andi
These look SO good!! Wowzer! Thanks for linking this to Wonderful Food Wednesday.
Love this. I agree about the chicken breast size. Sometime they are so huge that I won’t buy them. lol! Thanks for sharing at The Gathering Spot this week.
These are the cutest and tastiest chicken wraps ever! and bacon…wow…you hit it out of the ballpark with this one! Great Recipe Lisa! Came over to visit you via Home Maid Simple
Lizy
I love how pretty, simple and easy these chicken grillers are and they sound delish to boot!
Easy Life Meal & Party Planning
They’re little bundles of joy wrapped up in bacon, yummy!
I’m excited about your new party! How very fun!
What a yummy way to cook chicken! Bacon wrapped anything is fabulous! Thanks for sharing at Sweet & Savory Saturdays #21!
~Amber @ Dessert Now, Dinner Later!
OH HOW DID I MISS THIS POST?! These little parcels of yum are PERFECT for summer! Omg, girl! 🙂 Thank you so much for linking up with me this week at Tasty Tuesdays! I’ve pinned this & shared it with my followers! Please be sure to stop back by the party and check out some of the other links!
What a fun dinner… looks wonderful! I’m so glad you came to share at Super Saturday Show & Tell last week… this week I’m co-hosting a HUGE bash with 2 other bloggers! Come on over and share again! xoxo~ Ruthie
Wow, this looks delicious! I love anything wrapped in bacon. 😉 Thanks for sharing at the Foodie Friends Friday party this week! Happy Labor Day!